Overview The PowerCo Delivery Lead owns end‐to‐end delivery of the full PowerCo scope for Project ARES, a 1GW hyperscale renewable energy and data centre development in the Northern Territory.
The role leads delivery across 3,000 MWp solar PV, 1,000 MW/16 GWh BESS, gas‐fired firming generation and 132kV transmission infrastructure.
It is responsible for long‐lead equipment procurement, EPC contractor performance, commissioning strategy and integrating early works capability into a unified PowerCo delivery organisation.
The role is Perth based during FEED and transitions toward site as construction mobilises.
Key Responsibilities Own delivery of the full PowerCo scope including solar PV, BESS, gas generation and 132kV transmission Manage long‐lead procurement and slot reservations for gas engines, GIS switchgear and transformers Absorb Rail Access and Civil, Geotech and Approvals capability into the PowerCo delivery team post early works Coordinate gas supply arrangements with commercial and engineering stakeholders Lead EPC contractor selection, contract management and performance oversight across all PowerCo packages Own commissioning strategy and sequencing to meet phased IT load ramp requirements Report delivery progress, cost exposure and schedule risk to the Delivery Manager Establish systems, registers and ways of working from a blank page Promote strong HSE culture including site safety walks Apply commercial and technical frugality,



favouring proven fit‐for‐purpose solutions Maintain position descriptions and conduct regular performance reviews for direct reports Communicate proactively on progress, risk and areas of exposure Required Experience Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering Minimum 15 years delivering large‐scale power generation projects across solar, BESS, gas and transmission Experience with hybrid renewable‐firming projects of comparable scale Robust cross‐technology delivery capability across solar PV, BESS, reciprocating gas engines and MV/HV transmission Proven ability to manage long‐lead procurement against tight commissioning schedules EPC contract management experience balancing cost, schedule and technology risk Comfortable integrating early works capability into a main construction delivery organisation Remote FIFO megaproject experience highly regarded Based in or willing to relocate to Perth Skills and Attributes Accountable and proactive, taking visible ownership of delivery outcomes Resilient under pressure, able to adapt plans as conditions change Enduring in approach, building systems and documentation that support operations Swift decision‐maker who balances timely action with rigour and safety Hands‐on leadership across multiple concurrent EPC packages and contractor interfaces Strong stakeholder management across technical, commercial and delivery teams

📌 Powerco Delivery Lead (Perth)
🏢 Harry Maxwell
📍 Perth